Born on November 11, 1968, in St. Louis, Missouri, Lavell Crawford emerged from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved comedians of his generation. Raised in the Midwest, Lavell's upbringing provided him with a wealth of material that would later fuel his comedic genius.



Growing up, Lavell's natural gift for humor was evident to all who knew him. With a larger-than-life personality and a knack for storytelling, he could always be counted on to bring laughter to any room. However, it wasn't until later in life that Lavell would realize his true calling as a comedian.